Intestinal System

The Intestinal System

The intestinal system is part of the digestive system and consists of the small and large intestine (colon). It is here in the small intestine that the vital nutrients which the body needs are absorbed into the blood. In the large intestine water is absorbed from the digestive waste. The waste is subsequently eliminated from the body.

Peak efficiency results from good muscle tone, a healthy bacterial environment and sufficient amounts of indigestible fibre that give bulk to the stool. Imbalances of the intestinal system affect all other systems. The result is a general decline in health caused by the build up of waste and toxins in the body.

Herbalists traditionally start a program by cleansing the intestinal system before addressing other concerns, since the intestines must carry away the toxic by-products of the healing process.

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Herbs and Herbal Combinations that affect the intestinal system include:

Acidophilus The human body is home to billions of friendly bacteria with names like lactobacillus acidophilus, lacto rhamnosus A and bifidobacterium longum. Friendly bacteria are also called "Probiotics," meaning "for life," because of the many health benefits they provide. Most take up residence in the intestinal system where they keep harmful bacteria in check; produce important vitamins, such as vitamin K and vitamin B-12, thiamin and riboflavin; they enhance digestion and elimination, and have a role in strengthening immune response.
Friendly bacteria, like harmful bacteria, are killed by antibiotics. The overuse of antibiotics means many people today need to replenish the friendly bacterial by supplementing.

Black Walnut Black Walnut is a rich source of the trace mineral chromium and iodine. Herbalists use the inner bark, leaves, fruit and unripe husks. Historically, the husks have been used since the time of ancient Greece to support the intestinal system. Herbalists classify it as an astringent because it is rich in tannins, a toning substance. The hulls contain juglone, which is believed to have an antifungal action.

Caprylic Acid
Combination Caprylic acid is a naturally-occurring fatty acid with the ability to disintegrate yeast cell walls. Thus caprylic acid can help control candida overgrowth and normalize flora in the intestinal tract.
Caprylic Acid Combination is in enteric coated capsules which release only in the upper intestinal tract. The combination includes black walnut and elecampane,
which are both known for their yeast-fighting properties.

Cascara Sagrada Cascara sagrada, or sacred bark, is one of the most popular herbal products
and perhaps the most famous herbal laxative. It was first marketed in 1877, and was later acknowledged and used by the medical profession. It works by stimulating the lining of the upper intestines to promote normal bowel function.

Cat’s Claw
Combination It’s been referred to as the "opener of the way" for its ability to cleanse the entire intestinal tract. Cat’s Claw Combination has been enhanced with two additional immune-system herbs: astragalus and echinacea.

Chlorophyll, Liquid Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that harness the sun’s energy from the process known as photosynthesis. Chlorophyll is to plants what blood is to humans — it performs metabolic functions such as respiration and growth. It helps to soften the hard matter built up on the colon walls.

Herbal Pumpkin The intestinal system can be home to unwanted parasites. This herbal combination contains pumpkin seeds and black walnut to help nourish and strengthen the intestinal tract against parasite infestation.

IF-C Nutritionally supports the detoxifying and eliminative functions of the body.

LBS-II An excellent laxative combination, LBS II is designed to nutritionally support the
production of digestive enzymes and bile, to promote the growth of friendly colonic bacteria. The herbs in this popular combination are a source of calcium, crude fibre, magnesium, phosphorous and sodium.

LOCLO LOCLO is a special blend of dietary fibre that binds excess bile acids and dietary
cholesterol.

Para Pac A 10-day herbal program to help the body free itself of parasites.

Psyllium Hulls
Combination An excellent fibre supplement formula which gives bulk to the stool, absorbs water
and toxins, promotes the growth of friendly bacteria, helps with regularity, and helps clean the colon by acting as a broom against the colon walls.

Tiao He Pac A 10-day herbal cleanse program that helps the body achieve balance and harmony. The Tiao He Cleanse is designed to support the mechanisms of the body by targeting the intestinal, digestive and circulatory systems.

White oak Bark White oak contains the minerals manganese, calcium and zinc. It is a strong astringent that is used to stop diarrhea, cause capillaries to constrict and reduce bleeding and is used for varicose veins.

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Acidophilus	The human body is home to billions of friendly bacteria with names like lactobacillus acidophilus, lacto rhamnosus A and bifidobacterium longum. Friendly bacteria are also called "Probiotics," meaning "for life," because of the many health benefits they provide. Most take up residence in the intestinal system where they keep harmful bacteria in check; produce important vitamins, such as vitamin K and vitamin B-12, thiamin and riboflavin; they enhance digestion and elimination, and have a role in strengthening immune response. Friendly bacteria, like harmful bacteria, are killed by antibiotics. The overuse of antibiotics means many people today need to replenish the friendly bacterial by supplementing.
Black Walnut	Black Walnut is a rich source of the trace mineral chromium and iodine. Herbalists use the inner bark, leaves, fruit and unripe husks. Historically, the husks have been used since the time of ancient Greece to support the intestinal system. Herbalists classify it as an astringent because it is rich in tannins, a toning substance. The hulls contain juglone, which is believed to have an antifungal action.
Caprylic Acid Combination	Caprylic acid is a naturally-occurring fatty acid with the ability to disintegrate yeast cell walls. Thus caprylic acid can help control candida overgrowth and normalize flora in the intestinal tract. Caprylic Acid Combination is in enteric coated capsules which release only in the upper intestinal tract. The combination includes black walnut and elecampane, which are both known for their yeast-fighting properties.
Cascara Sagrada	Cascara sagrada, or sacred bark, is one of the most popular herbal products and perhaps the most famous herbal laxative. It was first marketed in 1877, and was later acknowledged and used by the medical profession. It works by stimulating the lining of the upper intestines to promote normal bowel function.
Cat’s Claw Combination	It’s been referred to as the "opener of the way" for its ability to cleanse the entire intestinal tract. Cat’s Claw Combination has been enhanced with two additional immune-system herbs: astragalus and echinacea.
Chlorophyll, Liquid	Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that harness the sun’s energy from the process known as photosynthesis. Chlorophyll is to plants what blood is to humans — it performs metabolic functions such as respiration and growth. It helps to soften the hard matter built up on the colon walls.
Herbal Pumpkin	The intestinal system can be home to unwanted parasites. This herbal combination contains pumpkin seeds and black walnut to help nourish and strengthen the intestinal tract against parasite infestation.
IF-C	Nutritionally supports the detoxifying and eliminative functions of the body.
LBS-II	An excellent laxative combination, LBS II is designed to nutritionally support the production of digestive enzymes and bile, to promote the growth of friendly colonic bacteria. The herbs in this popular combination are a source of calcium, crude fibre, magnesium, phosphorous and sodium.
LOCLO	LOCLO is a special blend of dietary fibre that binds excess bile acids and dietary cholesterol.
Para Pac	A 10-day herbal program to help the body free itself of parasites.
Psyllium Hulls Combination	An excellent fibre supplement formula which gives bulk to the stool, absorbs water and toxins, promotes the growth of friendly bacteria, helps with regularity, and helps clean the colon by acting as a broom against the colon walls.
Tiao He Pac	A 10-day herbal cleanse program that helps the body achieve balance and harmony. The Tiao He Cleanse is designed to support the mechanisms of the body by targeting the intestinal, digestive and circulatory systems.
White oak Bark	White oak contains the minerals manganese, calcium and zinc. It is a strong astringent that is used to stop diarrhea, cause capillaries to constrict and reduce bleeding and is used for varicose veins.